Monday, June 8th, loving friends

Tonight was our last meeting for the ladies small group that I have led for 8 years. It is very bittersweet as I remember the wonderful times studying God's word, laughing, crying, and sharing. Most of these ladies live in the neighborhood and I see them frequently, but not on quite the same level.
Even though I hosted tonight, they served me by providing the entire meal. All I did was set up the dining room table and provide tea, lemonade and ice.
They thanked me for my years of service by giving me this gift:
I have already spent it several times over in my head!!! I am going to wait and spend it wisely. I counted the number of UFO's (unfinished objects) in my sewing space and I think I am nearing 20 projects. Must finish what I have started!!!